This vegetarian Indian dish from the state of West Bengal features squash, potatoes, and gourds enriched with ghee and sweetened with grated coconut. Gently spiced with clove, cardamom, and cinnamon, it gets a touch of heat from green chiles. See the recipe for Ghanta Tarkari (Mixed Vegetable Coconut Curry) ». James Roper
Sweet, substantial winter squash can be the perfect center of a meal—or a hearty addition to other seasonal main dishes. Use it to add heft to vegetarian curries and soups, or as a sweet, silky filling for ravioli.
Risotto di Zucca, Porri, e Vongole (Risotto with Butternut Squash, Leeks, and Clams)
Chicken with Pumpkin Seed Sauce
Pumpkin Soup in a Pumpkin
Light Mussel and Pumpkin Soup
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Oregano-Hazelnut Pesto
Chicken with Pumpkin Seed-Tomatillo Sauce (Pollo en Pipian Verde)
Butternut Squash and Smoked Mozzarella Pizza (Pizza del Papa)
Chickpea Stew with Lamb, Pork, and Veal (Cozido de Grão)